From now until Columbus Day, some Providence firefighters are giving up their rescues for pedal power.
Providence Fire Chief Derek Silva said their department’s Emergency Medical Services bicycle program returned last week and expanded.
“Last year we initiated a pilot program to provide opioid prevention for overdoses, first aid, and mental health support,” said Silva. “So that we weren’t utilizing the seven advanced life support rescues that we have.”
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That’s cool!